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Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Price starts at Rs. 2.85 Lakh which is Rs. 1.28 Lakh costlier than base model of Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 priced at Rs. 1.56 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is 30 kmpl whereas the mileage of Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 is 40 kmpl. In technical specifications, Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is powered by 452 cc engine , while Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 is powered by 346 cc cc engine. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is available in 5 different colours while Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

Key Highlights Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 BaseRoyal Enfield Thunderbird 350 ABS
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4 Valves, DOHC Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Max Power 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) ... 40 kmpl

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 Key Highlights

Basic Info Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 BaseRoyal Enfield Thunderbird 350 ABS
Rating
87 reviews
403 reviews
Brand Name Royal Enfield Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.85 Lakh View On Road Price Rs. To Be Announced
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4 Valves, DOHC Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Max Power 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Mileage (ARAI) ... 40 kmpl
Wheel Size ... Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 7,803 @ 6% (36 months)
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Insurance Rs. 21,073 Himalayan 450 Insurance ...
Brochure
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Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4 Valves, DOHC
Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Engine Displacement
452 cc
346 cc
Max Power
40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Max Torque
40 Nm @ 5500 rpm
28 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs4
Bore
84 mm
70 mm
Stroke
81.5 mm
90 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Transistorized Coil Ignition
Compression Ratio
...
8.5:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
30 kmpl
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Mileage (ARAI)
...
40 kmpl

Suspension-Front
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Telescopic Forks
Chassis
...
Single Downtube, Using Engine As Stressed Member
Suspension-Rear
...
Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload

Tyre Size
...
Front :-90/90-19 Rear :-120/80-18
Wheel Size
...
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
...
20 psi

Dry Weight
181 kg
...
Seat height
825 mm
...
Load carrying capacity
198 kg
...
Length*Width*Height
2245*852*1316 mm3
2060*790*1205
Wheelbase
1510 mm
1350 mm
Length
2245 mm
2060 mm
Ground Clearance
230 mm
135 mm
Height
1316 mm
1205 mm
Width
852 mm
790 mm
Fuel Capacity
17 Liters
20 L
Kerb Weight
196 Kg
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Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
270 mm
240 mm

USB charging port
...
LED tail lights
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Bulb

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Cruiser Bikes, Tourer Bikes
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
...
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
...
Analogue
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Stepup Seat
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
...
Projector Headlights
...
Passenger Backrest
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Console
...
Analogue and Digital
Odometer
Digital
Analogue
Navigation
...
Switchable ABS
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
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Standard Warranty (kilometers)
...
10000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

  • Powerful engine
  • really comfortable
  • great price
  • agile

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

  • Features
  • Laidback riding stance
  • Handling
  • Silent exhaust note

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

  • Not the smoothest engine
  • features could have been more easy to use
  • tubeless spoke wheels are yet to come

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

  • Weight makes the engine feel lethargic
  • No ABS
  • Suspension on the firmer side
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Q. I want to ask which is the best bike for daily 60km ride daily? Confused between a Thunderbird and Avenger 220. The issue is I found a lot of vibrations in Tthunderbird any other suggestion is welcome.
  • I own a Avenger 220 Cruise. Must tell you the ride is really comfortable and no vibrations or difficulty in traffic. Can easily maneuver in traffic. Two things I don\'t like is the long wheelbase makes turn radius more, which becomes difficult while taking you turns or changing to the opposite lane. Second is pick up is average for a 220 cc engine. Rest: Low Maintainence Cost, Spare parts availability, Bajaj Service Center Availability , Pretty Good Mileage of around 25-30 Kmpl and The Best Is You can go on Long Drive in comfort, No Back Pain, Less Vibration, Less Fuel Stops and the best Cruising at 80kmpl comfortable and enjoy the Ride. Now my friend also has a Thunderbird. Same as known problems, Vibrations, Mileage Problem, High Service Charge, comparatively less service center availability and the biggest concern is the spare parts cost. Average Pick Up. Which means you\'ll struggle overtaking. Thunderbird although gives you a very much comfortable ride except for the vibrations. For daily commute, I wouldn\'t Suggest a Thunderbird. For a daily commute of 60km, you can go for Avenger 220 Street or Cruise. Other options would be NS 200 or Yamaha FZ or New Gixxer is also good I guess.
  • I own a Avenger 220 Cruise. Must tell you the ride is really comfortable and no vibrations or difficulty in traffic. Can easily maneuver in traffic. Two things I don't like is the long wheelbase makes turn radius more, which becomes difficult while taking you turns or changing to the opposite lane. Second is pick up is average for a 220 cc engine. Rest: Low Maintainence Cost, Spare parts availability, Bajaj Service Center Availability , Pretty Good Mileage of around 25-30 Kmpl and The Best Is You can go on Long Drive in comfort, No Back Pain, Less Vibration, Less Fuel Stops and the best Cruising at 80kmpl comfortable and enjoy the Ride. Now my friend also has a Thunderbird. Same as known problems, Vibrations, Mileage Problem, High Service Charge, comparatively less service center availability and the biggest concern is the spare parts cost. Average Pick Up. Which means you'll struggle overtaking. Thunderbird although gives you a very much comfortable ride except for the vibrations. For daily commute, I wouldn't Suggest a Thunderbird. For a daily commute of 60km, you can go for Avenger 220 Street or Cruise. Other options would be NS 200 or Yamaha FZ or New Gixxer is also good I guess.
  • I own a Avenger 220 Cruise. Must tell you the ride is really comfortable and no vibrations or difficulty in traffic. Can easily maneuver in traffic. Two things I don't like is the long wheelbase makes turn radius more, which becomes difficult while taking you turns or changing to the opposite lane. Second is pick up is average for a 220 cc engine. Rest: Low Maintainence Cost, Spare parts availability, Bajaj Service Center Availability , Pretty Good Mileage of around 25-30 Kmpl and The Best Is You can go on Long Drive in comfort, No Back Pain, Less Vibration, Less Fuel Stops and the best Cruising at 80kmpl comfortable and enjoy the Ride. Now my friend also has a Thunderbird. Same as known problems, Vibrations, Mileage Problem, High Service Charge, comparatively less service center availability and the biggest concern is the spare parts cost. Average Pick Up. Which means you'll struggle overtaking. Thunderbird although gives you a very much comfortable ride except for the vibrations. For daily commute, I wouldn't Suggest a Thunderbird. For a daily commute of 60km, you can go for Avenger 220 Street or Cruise. Other options would be NS 200 or Yamaha FZ or New Gixxer is also good I guess.
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Q. Which bike is the best for long rides?
  • As per my opinion , RE bikes are good in order of their quality and riding comfort. I recent drove my RE TB 350 for 300 KM long drive to Trichy and back to Bangalore . After riding around 150 KMs , my left shoulder started hurting me and due to this , I couldn’t turn my head to right , if turn so , my shoulder hurts more than normal .So I have decided from then . Not to go long ride which is more than 150KMs. It remain hurts for few days after the ride finished . It’s my opinion . It may be due to my height . I am 6 ft tall .
  • All cruiser type bikes are good for long rides. its rifing position is comfortable, is one of the main reason. if you're comfortable with all kind of riding position, you can choose a bike according to your taste & need , ofcourse the budget ..
  • Check for tubeless tyre Vehicle first,R.E bikes exhibit a heat a lot, since they don't have any oil cooling techniques.actually if you are a rider means go for. Himalayan or else you can consider Bajaj Dominar
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Q. I like Thunderbird 350 and have also taken a test of Jawa 42. A bit confused after taking the test drive of Jawa42. It is also a smooth and powerful bike. Technically advanced also. which one to buy considering technical features, durability, mileage and maintenance? Please advise. Jawa's handling is also great. Runs smooth and looks better. But please give an expert opinion on what to buy.
  • I've got a TBTS350 and have taken rides of Jawa 42 as well. performance wise, both are almost same just Jawa is a bit more refined and smoother. suspensions are great on Jawa. when you buy such bikes, most important part is the Maintainance, with Thunderbird an experience of 7+ years after 5 years it started giving me pain in Ass as had to spend a lot every time it goes for service. but that's due to my handling as well, I hardly use it. so whenever I plan to use it it give me a big hole in my pocket. On the other hand I am not sure about Jawa. and to be honest being 5'10" TB is more comfortable specially for long rides. it's a complex comparison to do, both engines are powerful unless you are very critical about every nm it generates. Both are of different segments one is kind of a touring bike and the other one is styling. If you want me to select one, I would select TB due to its very comfortable ride position. The new models xtreme are very juicy as well.
  • Thats what happend in my casse, I am 6.3 tall and heavy, ordered jawa and waited for a 4 months and later realised regarding long rides it will be a hell for my height and the seat length of both Jawa 42 & classic was a bit small so if you are near or above 5.8 its better go to RE classic or what ever bike you like if much more above than 6ft its RE ThunderBird is a preferable choice. at the same time jawa has its pros & cons similarly RE as we all know about the vibrations in RE at higher speeds and Rusting & Pain quality in Jawa. So go by your requirement and the bike which suits you more.
  • Bro go for Thunderbird me piche 3 yrs se use KR raha hu bike awesome bike hai feature loaded hai built quality awesome hai milage around 35 ki mil jaeti hai meko maintenance Bhai 1500 me service ho jati hai plus jagah jagah store hai kahi bhi service krwa lo jawa ke itne service center nai hai across India so bro go for Thunderbird
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Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 Comparison FAQs

Which bike offers better performance Himalayan 450 vs Thunderbird 350?

For the Base version, 452 cc Petrol engine of Himalayan 450 produces 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 40 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the ABS version, 346 cc Petrol engine of Thunderbird 350 produces 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm of power and 28 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
  • Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350
  • Himalayan 450
    Good campare 

    It is engine is good campare to royal enfield engine that is only they or running old engine

    0
    Anonymous 2 weeks ago
  • Himalayan 450
    4.2
    Low vibration 

    The engine feels agressive and has very low vibrations on 80-100 kmph but it can be more refined

    0
    Ayush (Verified User) 1 month ago
  • Himalayan 450
    I have used the bike for 

    I have used the bike for more than 20000 km.I love it very much but somehow i hate the rear brakes.Mine is without abs.Front brake are more reliable.

    0
    Rameez (Verified User) 1 month ago
  • Himalayan 450
    Royal enfield bs4 himalayangives 

    Royal enfield bs4 himalayan gives around 30 mileage not exactly 30 slightly up or down.After 25k kms on your himalayan your chains pocket clutch plates etc.Will start giving you issues.

    0
    Rahman (Verified User) 1 month ago
  • Himalayan 450
    5.0
    Himalayan 450 is good bike 

    Himalayan 450 is good bike i have driven the bike its mileage is good stability is there in driving very good you need to go for it coming to price point of view if your budget is under 3 this is good option for you

    0
    Rohit (Verified User) 1 month ago
  • Himalayan 450
    What is the price I need 

    What is the price i need to know this price and to buy from krishna nagar

    0
    Ranajit (Verified User) 1 week ago
  • Himalayan 450
    Super with super Hero Himalaya 

    Super with super hero himalaya drive like horses ride

    0
    Royal (Verified User) 1 week ago
  • Himalayan 450
    5.0
    End torque 

    Here are my thoughts on the upcoming royal enfield himalayan 450 motorcycle: overall features and stylingfrom what i've seen so far, The himalayan 450 retains the rugged, Adventurous styling of the current himalayan 411 but with some nice upgrades.The exposed frame and off-road oriented design are still there, But the 450 adds some sharper lines and a more muscular fuel tank for a modern look.Some key features include switchable abs, A tripper navigation pod, And an lcd display with turn-by-turn navigation.These are great features for an adventure touring bike.The styling strikes a good balance between rugged and refined.Expectationsi'm expecting the 450cc engine to provide a noticeable power bump over the 411cc motor in the current himalayan - perhaps around 30hp.This should make cruising at highway speeds more relaxed while still delivering excellent low-end torque for off-road riding.The weight is also reportedly lower, Which should improve handling.Overall, The 450 looks like a nicely improved evolution of the proven himalayan platform.My expectations are high for a more powerful, Lighter and feature-rich middleweight adventure tourer.Likelihood of purchasei'd say there's a good chance i'll seriously consider purchasing the himalayan 450 when it becomes available.It hits a real sweet spot in terms of power, Capability and price.The addition of navigation, Abs and other features make it an even more well-rounded package.As an experienced adventure rider currently without a middleweight tourer in my garage, The royal enfield ticks a lot of boxes for my needs and budget.Unless reviews reveal any major flaws, I could see myself purchasing a himalayan 450 in the future as my main adventure touring motorcycle.It looks like an excellent value proposition in the segment.

    0
    John (Verified User) 6 months ago
  • Himalayan 450
    Awesome Bike 

    The Enfield Himalayan is an outstanding bike, known for its light and easy-to-ride nature. The convenience of the self-starter eliminates the need for kick-starting, and the effective side stand makes parking effortless. The digital central console is user-friendly and easy to read. While designed primarily for off-road applications, its ride handling on city roads is commendable. The bike's rugged and distinctive appearance adds to its appeal, and the engine springs to life effortlessly with the self-start button. Smooth and easy gear shifts enhance the overall riding experience. The Himalayan is not only easy to handle but also versatile, suitable for both city commuting and off-road adventures. Although yet to be taken on the highway for off-road travel, it stands out as a great bike that excels in both urban and adventurous settings.Royal Enfield has successfully delivered a winner in this segment, offering an affordable option that is truly impressive. A potential owner myself, I am drawn to its overall greatness.

    0
    Gopinath (Verified User) 2 months ago
  • Himalayan 450
    Fantastic machine 

    Its a fantastic machine from royal enfield.I had a re himalayan 411cc and its one of the most affordable adventure bike in india.The servicing cost is merely around 1.5k to 3k which is value of money and even spares are less costly compared to other adv motorcycles available of other brands.Eagerly looking for the launch of this much anticipated and eagerly awaited adv from re with all new engine and loads of new equipment's like inverted forks, Liquid cooled engine, Round and fully digital instrumentation console / odometer, Cruise control just a few to name.I am sure this adv will be a superb machine from re stable which will take adventure junkies to a new and next level for sure.As soon as its launched, Have the plan to get one at the earliest.Thank you.Regards, Shivraj - 911****717.

    0
    Anonymous 10 months ago
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  • Thunderbird 350
    2.6
    Suspension needs a lot of 

    Suspension needs a lot of improvement.The footrest has too much of engine vibrations, Makes it uncomfortable on long drive.

    0
    Sujit (Verified User) 6 months ago
  • Thunderbird 350
    4.2
    The suspension is not very 

    The suspension is not very smooth.Pick up and posture is good.Still i enjoy riding it after the change of the exhaust from stock to moto wings cone barrel.

    0
    Mamallan (Verified User) 7 months ago
  • Thunderbird 350
    This is not a bike it's a 

    This is not a bike it's a emotion for me.My bike was crazy love everything like parts design color everything.

    0
    Gaurav (Verified User) 8 months ago
  • Thunderbird 350
    60k experience mileage around 

    60k experience mileage around 26km service cost around 3500 engine work has done once single owner

    0
    Mithin (Verified User) 8 months ago
  • Thunderbird 350
    4.6
    I have bought my RE Thunderbird 

    I have bought my re thunderbird 350 in 2018.Bike road perfectly fine.And you can take your bike wherever you want.

    0
    Puneet (Verified User) 8 months ago
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